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Massive Sound distortion while listening to music

Hi guys,
since my Nexus 4 days I am always facing the same issue of massive sound distortions while listening to music. The same holds true for my Nexus 7 (2013) and bow the nexus 6.
When playing music (e.g. Via Spotify or poweramp) the music stutters including horrible sounds similar to a broken venyl as soon as I put a little bit of load on the cpu. While on my Nexus 4 the problem was also there when the screen was of or even during phone calls the latter is fine on the n6.
I have tried all kind of kernels, schedulers and governors, but i can't make this go away at all.
It's weird that I have the same problem on all my Nexus devices. Since I do not read about others having this issue I guess I must do something wrong.
Does anyone have an idea?
Merry Christmas ?!

Dabarr said:
Hi guys,
since my Nexus 4 days I am always facing the same issue of massive sound distortions while listening to music. The same holds true for my Nexus 7 (2013) and bow the nexus 6.
When playing music (e.g. Via Spotify or poweramp) the music stutters including horrible sounds similar to a broken venyl as soon as I put a little bit of load on the cpu. While on my Nexus 4 the problem was also there when the screen was of or even during phone calls the latter is fine on the n6.
I have tried all kind of kernels, schedulers and governors, but i can't make this go away at all.
It's weird that I have the same problem on all my Nexus devices. Since I do not read about others having this issue I guess I must do something wrong.
Does anyone have an idea?
Merry Christmas ?!
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Turn your EQ down or master volume down.
Or try flashing the zip for stock volume on your N6 i made a few days back - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=57678105&postcount=77

Hi. Thanks for your help. I tried to follow your advice, but unfortunately it didn't help. It's not related at to my volume at all. Also I didn't tinker with EQ etc. all.
I also did a clean flash with stock kernel and just tried spotify. Same thing happened.
This is really weird since it's affecting all my Nexus devices and no one else seems to have that problem though.

Dabarr said:
Hi. Thanks for your help. I tried to follow your advice, but unfortunately it didn't help. It's not related at to my volume at all. Also I didn't tinker with EQ etc. all.
I also did a clean flash with stock kernel and just tried spotify. Same thing happened.
This is really weird since it's affecting all my Nexus devices and no one else seems to have that problem though.
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Is it your headphones?

What music? Is it the same files across devices? That'd where I would start. If it's any and all music then who knows.. What app are you using....?

If it's persistent across multiple devices, the problem is most likely either your headphones or the quality of your music files. You could test this by listening to an album you have in both the format you have now and a higher quality (like FLAC) and see if there is a difference. Also, if you are editing your mixer_path's and/or using a sound modification, lower standard audio will have some distortion sounds depending on how high you set the numbers.
My setup is:
RHA 10TI Hi-fi NR earbuds
High quality music files (FLAC, etc. nothing below 320 if in lossy format)
HP and RX's set to 30 and 94, respectively
Hope this helps you out.

Hey guys, thank's for all your answers and I'm sorry for my late response. I am using spotify as my daily music app. But the problem also occurs on YouTube or regular mp3s using poweramp with different quality files. It can't be the headphones actually, because i have the same distortions when using the phone speakers. I haven't tried flac files though.
I am still somewhat clueless about that. I was thinking about a rma of the n6 but then why would it be the same problem on all 3 devices. Hmpf.
Thanks very much for your help!

I have the same problems with my phone no matter what app I use and when I'm on the phone to where no one can hear me. I rma mines this week and it was overnight shipping label from Motorola. So they will have my device this Friday 2/15. They told me I will receive a new phone in return. To be honest I didnt have this problem until I updated to 5.0.1

Hmm, I really do not want to do a rma though. What I have realized is that YouTube Videos also freeze for a milisecond as well as soon as the sound distortion 'kicks' in. Seems as this really is related to the cpu not bring able to handle the 'load'.

I flashed Euphoria rom http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6/development/rom-euphoria-os-beta-0-3-t2954615 and now problem is gone. No distortion sound anymore.

Galaxy Note 5- Audio Spikes When Playing VBR Audio Files

Audio spikes when playing VBR audio files
Heya, first time poster here.
I've noticed that my Note 5 can't properly play audio files with a variable bitrate (So far I've only tested mp3 v0). It's totally random, but anywhere between a second to a few minutes, you can hear these really annoying popping or skipping sounds, like you were playing it off a scratched up CD. Again, I'm only seeing the issue with mp3 v0 files. Any audio files with CBR don't seem to have this issue. I can tell it's definitely some kind of software issue because of that fact, not to mention it happens with both the built-in speaker and through the headphone jack.
I've tried multiple audio files, as well as multiple audio playback apps. I've tried restarting the phone, and even a factory reset. I have a feeling that this won't be alleviated by simply exchanging the phone for a new one, but if I can't find a solution by the time my two weeks are up, I'll probably end up just turning it in anyway.
EDIT: Forgot to mention, I've also tested those same audio files on a Galaxy S3 and S5. Neither phones had any apparent issue with playback.
If anyone out there is willing to test it out on their Note 5, I'd really appreciate it.

So I just exchanged my phone for a new one, and I'm still experiencing the same issue. Surely SOMEBODY out there has noticed this problem by now?

You're not alone I'm experiencing the same issue. I'll be testing the same files on my girls phone since she has the same one to see if its a universal issue with the device. Hope there's a solution found soon.

EDJE14 said:
I've noticed that my Note 5 can't properly play audio files with a variable bitrate (So far I've only tested mp3 v0). It's totally random, but anywhere between a second to a few minutes, you can hear these really annoying popping or skipping sounds, like you were playing it off a scratched up CD.
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First of all, thanks heaps for your post. I have the same issue.
I noticed the popping this morning and spent the day dreading having to send the phone back. Your post reassures me the problem is not just my unit.
I'll do some more investigation later as to exactly what works and what doesn't. For now, I have an MP3 that reliably 'pops' at the same place every time and a FLAC version of the same song does not pop. I'm assuming a software update will fix ...

Confirming chirps/clicks/pops/cracks audio issues during VBR files playback using either the pre-supplied Google Music or Google Player download - BlackPlayer on Samsung Galaxy Note5 SM-N920C.
Build version: LMY47X.N920CXXI1AOH6
Kernel version:
3.10.61-5412468
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Thu Aug 20 21:37:09 KST 2015​
Also confirming no issues using Poweramp (Trial) v2.0.10-build-581-play.

Same issue here. Has anyone found a way around this?

I2eaper said:
Same issue here. Has anyone found a way around this?
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Read 1 post above yours. Last line.

Shame that the only workaround seems to be using Poweramp. I download/stream files off Subsonic and prefer to use that player for convenience as it downloads one track ahead of where I'm at, rather than needing to pre-load or download it all and then play to poweramp.
Guessing there's no fix for this yet aside from Poweramp?

I have the Note 5 from Verizon and mine does the same exact thing. I'm so annoyed I'm almost thinking of swapping it for a dreaded iPhone. I don't feel like re-ripping my 500+ cd catalog because my phone can handle VBR. C'mon Samsung... with all the useless features you cram into the phone you can't handle VBR MP3s?

goldenmonkey1 said:
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Guessing there's no fix for this yet aside from Poweramp?
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Use the free app VLC. Works fine for all VBR etc.

i have same issue even youtube and spotify or samsung music. this is so boring. does anybody have a solution ?

Microphone issue on 3t?

Hi community,
I just ordered a 3t a few days ago but read afterwards about the massive microphone problems the 3 is suffering.
Phone calls shall be OK but sound recordings in videorecorder, WhatsApp, Skype etc shall sound very distorted, quiet and muffled.
Rumors are that this is a software issue but OnePlus isn't able (or willing) to fix this issue for months now. As the 3t has a slightly newer software build i want to know if this issue is present at the 3t too.
Kind regards

No issues with sound recorded on my 3t. I just listened to several videos I took and the sound was fine.

Thx for your reply. As I just read in a changelog the issue with recording videos got fixed with the 3.2.2 update. But the bad recording quality in WhatsApp, Skype, etc. shall still remain.
So it would be good if someone could test it with WhatsApp or Skype.

Used Skype last night talking to my niece and no issues with the microphone. She said she could hear me loud and clear.

I've noticed very low volume when I record in Snapchat, but haven't tested other applications.

Hmm, so it can not be fully excluded that this issue got transferred from 3 to 3t, damn...

It seems low overall to me, honestly. Snapchat in particular just seems to have a hard time picking up other sounds--like if I take a video of the TV, I have to be fairly close to the sound source. Or it has to do with the media sound level, as that seems super low until the top 20% or so to me.

Duo
My calling partners on Duo report hearing themselves as they speak. Is the microphone too close to the speaker on the 3t?

https://forums.oneplus.net/threads/noise-cancelling-mic-too-aggressive.477798/
Made a bug report for this. Watch/reply if you're having the same issue to try and get some attention on the subject, as I hear it didn't work so well for the regular Oneplus 3 and took a while for a fix to roll out. Regular video recording sounds fine, but Snapchat cracks and pops when I record video of another source (TV, etc).

As far as I know it's not completely fixed on the 3 yet!
Still people are complaining about the awkward soundrecording. I think you should have mentioned that this issue is present in almost every third party app that uses the microphone.

Hello guys how´s going?
I´ve just bought an OnePlus 3T and noticed that the sound recording in whatsapp is very distorced and muffled..
I´m running 100% stock the latest update (Nougat 7.0).
Is there any fix for this issue on the mic?
Tks guys

aramyscampos said:
Hello guys how´s going?
I´ve just bought an OnePlus 3T and noticed that the sound recording in whatsapp is very distorced and muffled..
I´m running 100% stock the latest update (Nougat 7.0).
Is there any fix for this issue on the mic?
Tks guys
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I have no issue on the mic. and have updated to the latest update of Nougat 7.0.
I use to send sound record on whatsapp also just fine. call on whatsapp, or BBM also just fine.
Am sorry i just reply to tell u mine has no issue on the latest update of Nougat 7.0.
but I have no idea on the issue and the fix for it.

Hello guys
Just to add some information, this issue with the mic only happens with WhatsApp recording.
When it comes to record some audio with native SW, the sound is perfect.

aramyscampos said:
Hello guys
Just to add some information, this issue with the mic only happens with WhatsApp recording.
When it comes to record some audio with native SW, the sound is perfect.
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i notice this problem too.....during snapchat video audio is not perfect but when we record in audio recorder it is perfect

Major issues here as well...Skype and Hangout Calls are absolutely horrific, I literally have to talk into the device (like 1cm away from it) in order to make sure that my voice remains clear. Even after 10 cm distance my skype/hangout partner has quite a hard time to understand anything. I just tested it with skype test call as well - horrific. I´m on the newest stock. Had no problems with my nexus 6p or my iphone 6S plus, I was able to have calls from like 5 meters distance without problems (honestly)

All this complaining about Snapchat WhatsApp etc... Who cares there all stupid worthless apps that everyone thinks it's so cool to put every second of their lives on there (lames). Heres few permanent solutions for you people. 1. Just stop using those dumb social media apps and talk to people with your mouth like it was intended. 2. Go buy a stupid Samsung phone or something that is commercially big in the States then you wouldn't have a problem. Think about it oneplus probably knew about these bugs before it was ever mentioned here. They aren't concerned with social media apps. They are concerned with their oos bugs and improving there devices.

se7ensde said:
All this complaining about Snapchat WhatsApp etc... Who cares there all stupid worthless apps that everyone thinks it's so cool to put every second of their lives on there (lames). Heres few permanent solutions for you people. 1. Just stop using those dumb social media apps and talk to people with your mouth like it was intended. 2. Go buy a stupid Samsung phone or something that is commercially big in the States then you wouldn't have a problem. Think about it oneplus probably knew about these bugs before it was ever mentioned here. They aren't concerned with social media apps. They are concerned with their oos bugs and improving there devices.
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may i politely ask you to leave this forum please? thank you so much! :good:

se7ensde said:
All this complaining about Snapchat WhatsApp etc... Who cares there all stupid worthless apps that everyone thinks it's so cool to put every second of their lives on there (lames). Heres few permanent solutions for you people. 1. Just stop using those dumb social media apps and talk to people with your mouth like it was intended. 2. Go buy a stupid Samsung phone or something that is commercially big in the States then you wouldn't have a problem. Think about it oneplus probably knew about these bugs before it was ever mentioned here. They aren't concerned with social media apps. They are concerned with their oos bugs and improving there devices.
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Why buy a SMARTphone if you can't use social media on it ? Maybe if you had a brain you could answer us.

Me too !! I get the same problem with the recording sound !! Have you find a solution ?

Factory reset that's at least what did the job for me.

Facebook Live Audio Volume Low

When I take video for Facebook Live, I do save the videos in HD to my phone, but I also notice that the audio volume is low. How can I adjust this? I generally take videos at live band performances where I'm right at the front of the stage.. Unfortunately, I have to turn my headset speakers up to hear the sound.
Additional information: Normally, I keep my phone's volumes on mute. Would this have an impact on audio recording quality? Those that normally take Facebook Live videos, how are your volumes set? And also, can you hear the sound pretty well? When taking video, I'm normally towards the front of the stage, or at it, where the speakers are. Not sure if this has an impact on audio quality being so low or not.
8/25/19 EDIT: Over FOUR months later, still no replies to this topic, will bump. OP has been edited with a second paragraph.

I was about to post this question again but apparently I already had, over 4 months ago. No response, so this is a shameless bump. I've edited the OP a bit with "Additional Information". I took another Facebook live video yesterday and I'm still getting the same low volume in my recording.

Does anyone have any experience using an attached microphone with the Galaxy Note 9?

static/hissing noise using earphones

i notice some kind of static/hissing noise when rotating to horizontal fullscreen and going back to portrait in almost any app most noticeable in youtube where i pause the video and then rotate its like .5sec short sound of static/hissing noise not that loud but enough to hear it. i use earphones. i dont notice it on speaker. is this bug from software? Im on global stable 11.0.6. thanks

I thought it happened to me only. And doubted if it was software or hardware issue. Now I can confirm it is software error since it also happens to you. I hope Xiaomi admit and fix that error very soon with upcoming update. It is so annoying since I listen music a lot and play game with headphones on almost every time.

Yes i feel some noise too

i thought im the only one too because i cant find forums or thread about it during my search. it seems that its a software bug. im hoping they fixed it in android 10 update. i also noticed it when i fast forward video and its buffering theres a short hiss sound. are you both in global rom?